Volvo 1996 850 User Manual

1996 Volvo 850
850 Owner's Manual
VOLVO
850
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This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo.
Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe
driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure
your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment
descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We
also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And,
of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any
impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the
certification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine
compartment.
Contents
Instruments and controls ... 1
Body and interior .. 2
Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects ... 3
Starting and driving ... 4
Wheels and tires ... 5
In case of emergency ... 6
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Volvo 1996 850 Specifications

General

Brand	Volvo
Model	1996 850
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Instruments and Controls

Instruments, Switches, and Controls Overview

General overview of the vehicle's primary controls and displays.

Shiftlock and Keylock Systems

Explains the Shiftlock and Keylock features for gear selection and ignition key removal.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Gauges and Indicators

Warning Lights

Explains dashboard indicator and warning lights and their meanings.

Cruise Control Operation

Instructions on how to engage, set, and disengage cruise control.

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Explains the operation of the car's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Body and Interior

Keys, Doors, and Locks

Details master/service keys and operation of doors and central locking.

Remote Keyless Entry and Alarm Systems

Explains the remote keyless entry transmitter and the vehicle's alarm system.

Front Seat Adjustment

Child Safety Locks and Trunk/Tailgate Operation

Explains child safety locks for doors/tailgates, and trunk/tailgate opening.

Occupant Safety

Seat Belt Usage and Function

Emphasizes seat belt use for all occupants and explains their function.

Volvo SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Explains the SRS system, including airbags and seat belt tensioners.

Child Restraint Anchorages and Booster Seats

Details child restraint anchorage points and the use of integrated booster cushions.

Starting and Driving

Break-in Period and Engine Oil

Fuel Requirements and Refueling

Starting the Engine

Transmission Operation (Manual & Automatic)

Explains shift positions for manual and automatic transmissions.

Trailer Towing Guidelines

Winter Driving Precautions

In Case of Emergency

Wheel Changing Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

Fuses and Their Replacement

Volvo Service

Maintenance Service and Warranty

Servicing and Maintenance Schedule

Outlines the regular maintenance schedule based on mileage and time.

Engine Oil and Filter Changes

Guidance on checking, draining, and changing engine oil and filter.

Fluid Level Checks (Power Steering, Brake/Clutch, Transmission)

Coolant and Washer Fluid Checks

Specifications

Oil/Fluids Specifications

Engine Specifications

Technical data for different Volvo engine variants.

Cooling, Fuel, and Ignition Systems Specs

Suspension and Transmission Specifications

Electrical System and Bulb Specifications